impression
/im'preʃn/
Definition
- Noun:
- A strong effect or influence on someone's mind or feelings: An "impression" is the effect or feeling that a person, event, or experience produces in someone's thoughts or emotions.
- An imitation or performance that copies a person's mannerisms or voice: An "impression" is a humorous or dramatic imitation of a famous person.
- A mark or indentation made by pressure: An "impression" is a physical mark or hollow made when an object is pressed into a soft surface.
- A single print run of a publication: In printing, an "impression" refers to all the copies of a book, newspaper, etc., printed at one time.
- A vague notion, belief, or feeling: An "impression" can be a belief or idea, often not based on firm evidence.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- His speech made a powerful impression on the audience. (The speech strongly affected the audience's feelings.)
- The comedian is famous for his impression of the former president. (The comedian is known for imitating the former president.)
- You could see the impression of the tire in the mud. (The mark left by the tire was visible in the mud.)
- The first impression of the novel sold out quickly. (All copies from the first printing were sold.)
- I have the impression that she is not happy with the decision. (I have a vague feeling that she is unhappy.)
Advanced Usage
- To be under the impression that...: To believe or think that something is true, often based on a misunderstanding.
- I was under the impression that the meeting started at 10 AM. (I mistakenly believed the meeting was at 10.)
- To make an impression: To cause people to notice and remember you, usually in a positive way.
- She really made an impression during her job interview. (She stood out positively in the interview.)
- A lasting impression: An effect or memory that remains for a long time.
- The beautiful scenery left a lasting impression on me. (The scenery created a long-term memory.)
Variants and Related Words
- Impress (verb): To affect deeply or influence; to make a mark using pressure.
- The teacher's kindness impressed the students.
- Impressive (adjective): Evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill.
- The view from the mountain was impressive.
- Impressionable (adjective): Easily influenced.
- Children are at an impressionable age.
Synonyms
- Impact: A strong effect or influence.
- Imprint: A mark or pattern produced by pressure.
- Feeling: An emotional state or vague belief.
- Notion: A conception or belief about something.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
(Note: "Impression" is a noun and does not form standard phrasal verbs. The related verb "impress" is used in phrasal constructions.) - Impress upon/on: To emphasize something so that someone understands its importance. - He tried to impress upon them the need for safety.
Related Idioms
- First impressions are lasting: The initial opinion you form about someone or something tends to persist.
- He was nervous because he knows first impressions are lasting.
- To give the impression: To cause someone to believe something, whether true or not.
- His silence gave the impression that he agreed.
Noun
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the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
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he watched the impression of the seal on the hot wax
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an impressionistic portrayal of a person
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he did a funny impression of a politician
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(dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster
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the dentist took an impression for use in preparing an inlay
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all the copies of a work printed at one time
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they ran off an initial printing of 2000 copies
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a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving
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he put his stamp on the envelope
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a concavity in a surface produced by pressing
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he left the impression of his fingers in the soft mud
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a clear and telling mental image
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he described his mental picture of his assailant
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he had no clear picture of himself or his world
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the events left a permanent impression in his mind
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an outward appearance
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he made a good impression
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I wanted to create an impression of success
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she retained that bold effect in her reproductions of the original painting
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a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
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his impression of her was favorable
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what are your feelings about the crisis?
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it strengthened my belief in his sincerity
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I had a feeling that she was lying
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